Dr. Jacob M. Modest, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic trauma. He provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for injuries of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, as well as the management of complex fractures and athletic injuries across all activity levels. His clinical passion centers on restoring patients to peak performance and helping them return to the activities that define their lives.
Dr. Jacob M. Modest, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic trauma. He provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for injuries of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, as well as the management of complex fractures and athletic injuries across all activity levels. His clinical passion centers on restoring patients to peak performance and helping them return to the activities that define their lives.
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Excellent care - very thorough and patient.
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Very nice. Very thorough
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Friendly - honest - knowledgeable
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Dr. Modest was so understanding and reassuring. He gave me precise information, without hurrying me. Dr. Modest is brilliant, and I trust him. I felt like I was the only patient he ever had. He was excellent in every way. I appreciated his plan for my knee, it was clear and simple and attainable. Very happy with my results. I will happily see Dr. Modest again.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very caring
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Excellent doctor
(1 month ago)
May-2026
I love Dr Modest! Excellent doctor. Took every precaution to protect me from infection prior to surgery and gave me a perfect new anatomic shoulder replacement! He has a wonderful bedside manner and I would highly recommend him!
(1 month ago)
May-2026
My follow up appointment went well. Dr Modest took the time to address my concerns about my pain, range of motion, pt, and the surgery itself. He explained that he would like to see me further along but was confident that I will get back to full range of motion in time. I left very encouraged at this appointment.
Dr Modest is very compassionate and caries about me and I am sure with his other patients as well. For example, normally he would see patients in two months after this procedure but because of his concerns he made a decision for me to see him sooner. Now that is a Dr with bed side manners! Thank you God and Dr Modest.
(1 month ago)
May-2026
Great manner, really patient and informative!
(2 months ago)
May-2026
Great doctor!
(2 months ago)
May-2026
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Danbury
2 Riverview Drive Danbury, CT 06810
Dr. Jacob M. Modest, M.D., is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine and orthopedic trauma. He provides comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for injuries of the shoulder, knee, hip, and elbow, as well as the management of complex fractures and athletic injuries across all activity levels. His clinical passion centers on restoring patients to peak performance and helping them return to the activities that define their lives.
Dr. Modest’s expertise spans the treatment of ligament, tendon, and cartilage injuries, with a particular focus on shoulder instability and labral repair, rotator cuff tears, ACL reconstruction, patellofemoral instability, hip impingement, hip labral tears, and arthroscopic treatment of hip impingement. He utilizes both minimally invasive arthroscopy and open reconstructive surgery, tailoring each treatment plan to the patient’s goals, sport, and timeline for recovery.
Dr. Modest completed his Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic, where he participated in the care of athletes across all levels, including professional team coverage for the Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), Cleveland Guardians (MLB), and Kent State University Division I Athletics. Prior to this, he completed a Trauma Fellowship at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
He completed his orthopaedic surgery residency at Brown University, where he was recognized for research excellence with multiple awards including the Peter G. Trafton, M.D. Award for Outstanding Research in Orthopaedic Trauma and the Rhode Island Orthopaedic Society Award. He earned his medical degree from the University of Massachusetts Medical School, graduating with election to the Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) Honor Medical Society, and his undergraduate degree in Biochemistry and Economics from Georgetown University, where he graduated magna cum laude and was inducted into Phi Beta Kappa.
Dr. Modest has contributed extensively to the orthopaedic literature, with over 60 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, and national podium and poster presentations at meetings such as the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine. His research spans topics including patellofemoral instability, disparities in orthopaedic care, distal radius fracture fixation, and shoulder instability.
He is a candidate member of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine and the Arthroscopy Association of North America, and remains actively involved in advancing evidence-based care in both sports and trauma surgery.
Dr. Modest is deeply committed to patient-centered care, emphasizing empathy, education, and shared decision-making. He believes the best outcomes arise when surgeon and patient work as a team — setting clear goals, balancing expectations, and restoring function and confidence after injury.
When he is not in the operating room, Dr. Modest maintains his lifelong passion for athletics through soccer, running, and fitness training, pursuits that continue to inspire his work helping others return to the sports and activities they love.
Excellent care - very thorough and patient.
Very nice. Very thorough
Friendly - honest - knowledgeable
Dr. Modest was so understanding and reassuring. He gave me precise information, without hurrying me. Dr. Modest is brilliant, and I trust him. I felt like I was the only patient he ever had. He was excellent in every way. I appreciated his plan for my knee, it was clear and simple and attainable. Very happy with my results. I will happily see Dr. Modest again.
Very caring
Excellent doctor
I love Dr Modest! Excellent doctor. Took every precaution to protect me from infection prior to surgery and gave me a perfect new anatomic shoulder replacement! He has a wonderful bedside manner and I would highly recommend him!
My follow up appointment went well. Dr Modest took the time to address my concerns about my pain, range of motion, pt, and the surgery itself. He explained that he would like to see me further along but was confident that I will get back to full range of motion in time. I left very encouraged at this appointment. Dr Modest is very compassionate and caries about me and I am sure with his other patients as well. For example, normally he would see patients in two months after this procedure but because of his concerns he made a decision for me to see him sooner. Now that is a Dr with bed side manners! Thank you God and Dr Modest.
Great manner, really patient and informative!
Great doctor!